With just a few weeks left in the season, Fantasy Premier League managers are walking a tightrope between chasing rank and managing risk. Gameweek 36 has thrown up plenty of talking points, and while there’s still some uncertainty, a few clear patterns are starting to emerge.
Be cautious!
One of the biggest names in FPL, Erling Haaland, was back in the squad for Manchester City but didn’t make it onto the pitch against Wolves. With a trip to Southampton up next, it’s easy to assume he’ll start, but nothing is guaranteed when it comes to Pep Guardiola’s team selections. For those thinking about bringing him in, or even captaining him, it might be worth waiting for more concrete news later in the week.
He’s back
At Chelsea, Cole Palmer finally found the net again, scoring his first goal since Gameweek 21. That strike took him past the 200-point mark for the second consecutive season, and with limited standout options elsewhere in midfield, he remains a strong hold if you have him – Would you consider bringing him in? Let me know on IG
A Cause for concern?
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins only played 70 minutes in the last game, even with Marcus Rashford ruled out. That limited game time might raise an eyebrow or two, but unless there’s more cause for concern, he probably remains a hold for now.
An End of an era for an FPL legend
In what feels like the end of an era, Trent Alexander-Arnold has officially announced his intention to leave Liverpool. A true FPL legend, his standout seasons include scores of 185, 208, and 210 points — numbers few defenders have ever touched. If he gets a proper send-off in these final games, there could be a final haul in him yet.
A party worth gate-crashing?
From one legend to another – Jamie Vardy is also chasing history. After scoring against Southampton, he’s now just one goal away from 200 for Leicester and has a very favourable fixture at home to Ipswich in Gameweek 37. Whether you’re chasing a rank or just want to enjoy the narrative, it might be one last party worth gate-crashing.
Finally, even with rotation creeping in at Liverpool, Mohamed Salah continues to get full matches. He played all 90 minutes again, and with no other competitions to distract them, it looks like he’ll finish the season strong.
Final Thoughts
With so many moving parts, the best advice might be to stay flexible, monitor news right up to the deadline, and don’t be afraid to let go of players with nothing left to play for. Gameweek 36 isn’t about wild punts — it’s about making the most of the reliable picks while everyone else scrambles.
